THAAD Radar Lead
RTXDate Posted:
2026-04-20Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-TX-REMOTEPosition Role Type:
HybridU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:
Secret - CurrentSecurity Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.
Radar Systems Field Engineering will be staffing a Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) Radar Lead in support of the THAAD KSA Program. The CLS Radar Lead will supervise a deployed Field Engineering team supporting the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Radar System. Work performed REQUIRES an individual with an ADVANCED technical TPY-2 knowledge and proficiency. The role will require someone with both strong technical aptitude and leadership qualities such as accountability, collaboration, strong communication skills, focus, and flexibility. The selected candidate should possess a growth mindset and an eagerness to learn.
This role will require a US Expat to forward deploy to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) under the terms of a Long-Term International Assignment Memorandum of Understanding (LTMOU).
Prior to deployment, the Radar Lead will serve as an AN/TPY-2 Hardware Technician at White Sands Missile Range (WSMR), NM and may support at other locations to include Ft Bliss and Pelham, NH. Also, the Hardware Technician may and will likely provide backfill support for other personnel assigned to deployed THAAD KSA Radars OCONUS with little notice. The Hardware Technician will provide technical and PMCS support, corrective maintenance, job order creation, inventory, tool control, and corrosion control in support of Integration and Acceptance Testing, through completion at DD250 at WSMR, concluding with the packaging and transportation in support of Radar shipment to KSA. Once deployed, the CLS Radar Lead will supervise and provide direction to a team consisting of three Field Engineers assigned to the radar system and report to the KSA THAAD Program Site Manager.
What You Will Do:
The Radar Lead has direct responsibility for overseeing the operations and maintenance of the AN/TPY-2 radar system in all states and modes including operation, preventive/corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of the radar to include calibration of the radar and support/test equipment at required intervals and all its components.
The Radar Lead will perform radar system equipment inspections (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, and annually) and will ensure equipment requiring calibration is compliant.
The Radar Lead will maintain all equipment in accordance with the applicable Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs), and Technical Orders.
Supervise, train and lead a team of 4 Field Engineers through day-to-day operations and THAAD maintenance.
Coach, train, develop and mentor the skill set of the KSA THAAD Radar team.
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Ensure Site Operating Procedures (SOP's) are adhered to.
Attend and provide input to radar site related meetings and tag-ups.
Install, check out, operate, maintain, repair & modify the TPY-2 equipment.
Analyze equipment failures to determine cause and recommend corrective action.
Advise & assist in effecting design changes to improve equipment efficiency and/or reduce cost of operation.
Supervise system performance using maintenance of system diagnostics software.
Monitor diagnostics to evaluate the functionality of the radar and its components.
Restore system to mission capability by performing corrective action procedures.
Maintain accurate Activity Log Reports and Inspection Test Record (ITRs)
Operate and supervise the ALCS program to ensure all data is entered properly.
Perform independent assessments, audits, and special inspections of site activities associated with the radar system as directed by the Raytheon Program Manager
Monitors radar diagnostics for any radar system anomalies (e.g., Receiver/Exciter (REX), Beam Steering Generator (BSG) BSG, Antenna/Sub-Array/ TRIMMs)
What You Will Learn:
The candidate will learn the core companies of leading a small team of Field Engineers and maintaining the AN/TPY-2 Radar System.
The candidate will learn how to contribute value to the KSA THAAD mission as a THAAD Radar Lead.
Qualifications You Must Have:
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
5+ years’ experience in the troubleshooting and operational checkout of TPY-2 systems.
Experience in the planning, production, and management of technical systems.
Qualifications We Prefer:
Preferred Electrical or Computer Engineering degree or background
Previous work experience with Systems Engineering standard views such as Block Definition Diagrams, Context Diagrams, Sequence Diagrams
Working knowledge of Test Systems design, development, integration and verification activities across the product lifecycle
Experience performing testability analysis on circuit cards and other assemblies.
Experience using the DSI eXpress Testability modeling software
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with time-critical requirements.
What We Offer
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The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
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